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ChatSecure Messenger

ChatSecure Messenger

Encrypted Messenger

282 ratings
145 reviews
🔧 Utilities
🌐 Social Networking
Free
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Details

  • Released
  • Updated
  • December 17, 2011
  • August 10, 2021

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Developer

Chris Ballinger
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About

This free and open source messaging app provides secure, end-to-end encrypted conversations using OTR and OMEMO over the XMPP protocol. It offers interoperability with other XMPP clients and uses well-known cryptographic libraries for privacy.

✓OTR encryption
✓OMEMO encryption
✓XMPP protocol
✓TLS certificate pinning
✓SQLCipher local encryption
✓Open source
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What users say

Summarized from real user reviews of ChatSecure Messenger. Based on 282 reviews and a 4.2/5 average, it highlights the 8 positives and 8 negatives reviewers mention most about this Social Networking app.

Positive things

  • 🚀Great app
  • 🔒Secure chat
  • 👍Intuitive setup
  • 🚀Reliable
  • 👍Excellent service
  • 🚀Works well
  • 🔒Encrypted
  • 👍Awesome

Negative things

  • 🐛Crashes often
  • 🐛Buggy
  • 🐛Notifications not working
  • 🐛Messages not syncing
  • 🐛Stability issues
  • 🐛Freezes
  • 🐛Incompatible with newer iOS versions
  • 🐛Disappearing messages
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What's New in ChatSecure Messenger

5.0.4

August 10, 2021

* Update dependencies * Fix media SQLCipher WAL size * Minor onboarding changes

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Subscription plans

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User reviews

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Простота

Потрясающий легкий интерфейс, отправка-проучение текста и очень хочется только аудио звонки. Такое приложение было бы подарком судьбы.
romanmerkulogromanmerkulog

Приложение заброшено уже много лет

Концепт был неплохой, но сейчас приложение заброшено и давно не обновлялось. Секурностью и защищённостью в таких условиях и не пахнет.
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Liquid Glass needed!

The app is very well, but add the Liquid Glass, and Reply context menu, please! And completely translate to Russian language!
innersigninnersign

The best XMPP client

Crazy fast, smooth and easy to configure, push notifications just work. The best by far.
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Reported Bugs

5 issues

Crashes on startup

Bug

Fails to send messages

Bug

Notifications not working

Bug

Syncing issues across devices

Bug

Compatibility problems with newer iOS versions

Bug
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Requested Features

6 requests

Add group chat support

Feature

Improve background support

Feature

Add search functionality

Feature

Customization options

Feature

Improve message delivery reliability

Feature

Restore Tor support

Feature

FAQ

What is ChatSecure Messenger?

ChatSecure Messenger is a free and open-source messaging application that offers robust end-to-end encryption for your conversations. It utilizes OTR and OMEMO encryption protocols over the XMPP standard, ensuring your messages are private and secure.

What are the key encryption features?

The app supports OTR (Off-the-Record Messaging) for verifiable end-to-end encryption and forward secrecy, and OMEMO, a mobile-friendly alternative to OTR. It also features TLS certificate pinning for XMPP connections and SQLCipher to locally encrypt conversation logs on your device.

How is ChatSecure Messenger monetized?

The app itself is free and open source. However, it offers optional subscriptions for users who wish to support ongoing development and updates. These subscriptions are available at different monthly price points.

Is ChatSecure compatible with other messaging apps?

Yes, ChatSecure is designed for interoperability. It can connect with other XMPP clients that support OTR, OMEMO, and XMPP, meaning you are not confined to a single platform's ecosystem.

Who is this app for?

This app is ideal for users who prioritize privacy and security in their communications. It's particularly suited for those who value open-source software and want a messaging solution that is interoperable with the wider XMPP network.